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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鵯bēibulbul, songbird; Pycnonotidaex, 19 strokes, radical 鳥
bēi(bei1)bei T1
  1. 1bulbul, songbird; Pycnonotidae
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March 24, 2026

鵯bēi(bei1)

The character 鵯 (bēi) refers to a type of songbird known as the bulbul, which belongs to the family Pycnonotidae. These birds are commonly found in Asia and are known for their melodious songs. In everyday contexts, the term may be used in literature or poetry to evoke nature, beauty, or the arrival of spring.

Strokes19Radical鳥
Cultural note

Bulbuls are celebrated in Chinese poetry and are often associated with themes of love and longing, reflecting the beauty of nature. In some regions of China, they are also kept as pets and are admired for their singing abilities.

Memory tip

Imagine a bulbul perched on a branch, its beautiful feathers shining in the sunlight. The character 鵯 resembles a bird in flight, with the radical 鳥 (bird) indicating its avian nature. The 'b' in bēi can remind you of 'bird,' helping you connect the sound to the meaning.

Meanings of 鵯

bēi(bei1)
1bulbul, songbird; Pycnonotidae
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About 鵯

鵯Simplified
19Strokes
鳥Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While discussing birds, learners often confuse 鵯 with other similar characters. Ensure you use 鵯 specifically for bulbuls and not for other types of birds. This term is generally more formal, suitable for written contexts rather than casual conversation.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK level unknown word, 鵯 may not appear in the standard curriculum. However, it enriches vocabulary related to nature, which can be useful for learners aiming for HSK 5 and above, where descriptive language becomes more prominent. Focus on pronunciation and context in which bird-related terms are used.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 鵯 with 鳥 (bird) when trying to discuss avian topics. For example, saying '我喜欢鵯' (I like 鵯) without context can be misleading; clarify by saying '我喜欢听鵯的歌' (I like listening to the songs of bulbuls).

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Etymology of 鵯

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory hint

bird

Semantic (meaning)鳥
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Phonetic (sound)卑
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Origin

鵯 = 鳥 + 卑. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 鵯

IDS Structure⿰卑鳥
鵯Full character
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卑bei1
left
鳥niao3
right
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Parts

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How to say bulbul, songbird; Pycnonotidae in Chinese

“bulbul, songbird; Pycnonotidae” in Chinese is鵯bēi

The character 鵯 (bēi) refers to a type of songbird known as the bulbul, which belongs to the family Pycnonotidae. These birds are commonly found in Asia and are known for their melodious songs. In everyday contexts, the term may be used in literature or poetry to evoke nature, beauty, or the arrival of spring.

When to use 鵯

While discussing birds, learners often confuse 鵯 with other similar characters. Ensure you use 鵯 specifically for bulbuls and not for other types of birds. This term is generally more formal, suitable for written contexts rather than casual conversation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 鵯 with 鳥 (bird) when trying to discuss avian topics. For example, saying '我喜欢鵯' (I like 鵯) without context can be misleading; clarify by saying '我喜欢听鵯的歌' (I like listening to the songs of bulbuls).

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Word Family of 鵯

Words containing this character1
鹎bēithe Pycnonotidae or bulbul family of birds鵯
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Frequently asked questions about 鵯

It means 'bulbul' or 'songbird,' referring to a specific type of bird known for its song.

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